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High Definition Handycam® camcorder

HDR-TG1

Weight: 10oz (300g)
Dimensions: 1 5/16 x 4 3/4 x 2 1/2 inch (32x119x63mm)

Sony’s Handycam® camcorder, HDR-TG1, records Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution video2 from a small, light, and slim body crafted from pure titanium that’s tough enough for travel or everyday HD video shooting. The HDR-TG1 records to convenient Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media8, and includes Sony® Face Detection technology which automatically finds and enhances a face, beautifully recording your videos and photos.
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Key Features
1920x1080 Recording :   Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution.
Lightweight, Pure Titanium Body :   Slim and lightweight -- only 8oz without the battery -- the HDR-TG1’s body is constructed of high-quality pure titanium. Additionally, a Premium Hard Coating is applied on the body surface (except for hinge and lens ring area), providing superior resistance to scratches and fingerprints.
Face Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos :   Made possible by the BIONZ™ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection technology also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image.
2..3 Megapixel ClearVid™ CMOS sensor (with Exmor™ derived technology) and BIONZ™ image processor :   Sony's newly designed CMOS image sensor delivers bright, vivid, and spectacularly detailed 2.3 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 4.0 megapixel still images -- all with prolonged battery life. Exmor™ technology captures images with high resolution and high sensitivity. In addition, the advanced Sony BIONZ™ image processor improves camera response time and screens out noise so the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible.
Supremely Mobile Design :   Sony has created a camcorder with the ability to fit in a shirt pocket, yet still capture stunning Full HD resolution video and 4.0 megapixel still images. Whether for personal or business use, around town or on vacation, the HDR-TG1 is the ideal travel companion for capturing those special memories.
2..7"1 Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ Display (211K Pixels) :   The 2.7"1 Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved resolution (211K pixels). The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.
Super SteadyShot® Image Stabilization System :   An advanced version of Super Steadyshot® Picture Stabilization from Sony controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens :   Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lenses use highly advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones.
10x Optical/20x Digital Zoom :   The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.
Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1ch recording :   Featuring Dolby® Digital 5.1 Creator, the built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the camera’s zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds.
Picture Motion Browser Software :   Supplied software makes it easier to upload, organize, search, and edit video and still images on your PC. With the included Handycam® Station, Picture Motion Browser software also provides one-touch operation to create a disc of your video or digital photos.
Dynamic Range Optimizer :   Powered by Sony’s exclusive BIONZ™ high-speed processing engine, D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights, such as suppressing “whiteout” in skies. When shooting in backlit settings, D-Range Optimization reveals more detail in shadows, preventing “blackout.” As a result, the captured image appears as natural as the original scene.
Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Recording :   Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the camcorder’s built-in microphone. Recording in 5.1 channel surround sound allows you to experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions, so you can enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording.
Smooth Slow Recording :   By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, record an audio track to narrate what is being seen during the video.
x.v. Color™ Technology :   x.v.Color™ technology can capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than the standard RGB color range. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience.
Dual Record :   While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick Duo™ media8 (4GB3 Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media included).
Quick On :   Missing an important scene can be frustrating, especially if the reason is because your camcorder is turned off. With the Quick On feature, the touch of a single button places that camcorder in Sleep mode. Another push instantly wakes the camcorder, so you'll always be ready to capture special moments.
PhotoTV HD Viewing6 with HDMI™ Output7 :   With direct HDMI™ output to your BRAVIA® HDTV and other compatible HDTV screens, so you can view and share photos in breathtaking clarity and detail. You can choose between standard 4:3 and widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio -- and with select BRAVIA® HDTV models, your photos are automatically optimized in sharpness, gradation, and color reproduction.
Face Index :   Face Index makes it easier than ever to find and play back the right video scene. Using Face Detection technology, Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When it's time to play back video, simply search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index.
Film Roll Index :   Like chapters in a book, Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired scenes in video footage. When using this feature, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and can create scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes).
Handycam® Station :   Simply placing the camcorder on the supplied Handycam Station provides quick connections to a TV for viewing or a PC for editing and sharing, all while charging the battery so your camcorder is always ready to go.
One Touch Disc Burn :   Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect the camcorder to your PC via a USB cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn Button.2
InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System :   Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so you’re free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally, Sony's exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Stamina® Battery Power Management System :   When using the Sony InfoLITHIUM® Battery, the Stamina® Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single charge.
Battery Information :   At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. When using the LCD screen or viewfinder, the display will show how much the battery is charged -- in 10% increments -- and the recordable time left.
HDMI™ Connection with BRAVIA® Sync™ (CEC) Technology :   HDMI™ connectivity provides a simple, high-quality video and audio connection, with the ability to transmit HD video and 5.1 channel audio directly from the camcorder to compatible HDTVs via a single cable. With BRAVIA® Sync™ (CEC) technology, the HDMI connection also delivers the ability to control both the camcorder and HDTV using a single BRAVIA TV remote.4
Built-in Intelligent Flash :   For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reduces shadows.
BIONZ™ Image Processor :   The advanced Sony BIONZ™ Image Processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera response time, screens out noise before RAW data conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery life.
Exmor™ Imaging Sensor :   Exmor™ technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratio.
Tele Macro Function :   Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode help your subject stand out by properly focusing the subject while leaving the background unfocussed. The Tele Macro Mode is useful for shooting close-up shots, especially when you need to prevent the camcorder from casting a shadow on the subject.
Date Index Function :   Search recorded content by shooting date to quickly and easily find a specific scene.
Switchable HD/SD Format Recording :   Record and play back both High Definition (HD)4 and Standard Definition (SD) video.
USB 2.0 Interface6 :   The USB 2.0 interface6 provides an easy way to connect your camcorder to a PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editing.
Manual Focus :   Manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus in difficult situations where either the environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's auto focus to perform optimally, such as when shooting through a window or in a crowded environment.
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Slot :   Capture video and still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media8 for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick® devices (sold separately).
Fader Effects :   Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black and White.
Picture Effects :   Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia.
Scene Selection Modes :   Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset.
Multi-Language Menu :   Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, or Brazilian Portuguese

Hardware
Assignable Dial :   N/A
Docking Station :   Yes (Handycam Station® cradle)
Flash :   Yes
Manual / Auto Lens Cover :   Auto
Memory Stick slot :   Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media8
S/S & Zoom button on LCD :   N/A
Viewfinder :   N/A

Optics/Lens
35mm Equivalent :   53 - 621mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 43 - 507mm (16:9 Camera Mode)
Aperture :   F 1.8-2.3
Digital Zoom :   20x
Exposure :   Touch Panel
Filter Diameter :   N/A
Focal Distance :   3.2 - 32.0mm
Focus :   Full range auto / Manual
Lens Type :   Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®
Optical Zoom :   10x
Progressive Shutter Mode :   Yes
Shutter Speed :   Auto, 1/2-1/500 (Scene Selection Mode)

Audio
Audio Format :   Dolby® Digital 5.1
Microphone :   Built-in Zoom Mic

Power
Battery Type :   InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FH50)
Power Consumption :   3.4W
Power Requirements :   7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

Video
Format(s) Supported :   HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 SD: MPEG2
Format :   HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 SD: MPEG2
Video Signal :   NTSC color, EIA standards

Display
LCD Screen :   2.7" wide1 touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display
Viewfinder :   N/A

General
Imaging Device :   1/5" ClearVid™ CMOS sensor (with Exmor™ technology)
Pixel Gross :   2360K
Processor :   BIONZ™ image processor
Recording and Playback Times :   When using supplied 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Mark2: High Definition: FH = up to 25 min., HQ = up to 30 min. SP = up to 65 min., LP = up to 85 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 55 min., SP = up to 80 min., LP = up to 160 min.
Recording Media :   Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media8
Still Actual :   1490K Pixels (16:9), 1990K Pixels (4:3)
Still Picture Resolution :   4 megapixel
Video Actual :   1430K Pixels (16:9), 1080K Pixels (4:3)
Video Resolution :   1920 x 1080

Video Features
PhotoTV HD :   Yes

Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) :   1 5/16 x 4 3/4 x 2 1/2 inch (32x119x63mm)
Weight (Approx.) :   10oz (300g)

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term :   Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

System Attributes
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Software
Operating System Compatibility :   Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista
Supplied Software :   Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00 (Not supported on Mac OS)

Convenience Features
BRAVIA® Sync™ :   Yes
Digital Picture Effect(s) :   Old Movie
Dubbing Button :   Yes
Dynamic Range Optimizer :   Yes
Easy Operation :   Yes
Face Index :   Yes
Fader Effect(s) :   Black, White
Film Roll Index :   Yes
Low Light Capability :   N/A
Photo Capture from Movie :   Yes
PictBridge Compatible :   Yes
Picture Effect(s) :   Sepia, Monotone, Pastel
Scene Mode(s) :   Auto, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait (Soft Portrait), Spotlight, Beach, Snow
Slide Show Mode :   Yes
x.v.Color™ :   Yes
Multiple Language Display :   Yes

Inputs and Outputs
Active Interface Shoe :   N/A
Analog Audio/Video Output(s) :   Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
Audio/Video Remote Terminal :   Yes
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) :   Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
Digital Audio/Video Output(s) :   Yes (via USB)
HDMI™ Connection Output(s) :   Yes (mini)
USB Port(s) :   Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)
S-Video Output(s) :   Available via A/V Remote (cable not included)

Convenience
Dual Record :   2.3 megapixel
Face Detection :   Yes - video and still
Hybrid :   N/A
Hybrid Plus :   N/A
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Compatibility :   Tested to support up to 16GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
Minimum Illumination :   5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed )
Quick On :   Yes
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization :   Super SteadyShot® Image Stabilization
Still Image Mode(s) :   JPEG
USB Streaming :   N/A
White Balance :   5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed )
Supplied Accessories:
4GB3 Memory Stick PRO DuoTM media (Mark 2)
Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200)
InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH50)
Handycam Station™ cradle
Component Video Cable
Multi A/V Cable (Stereo)
Application CD-ROM w/ Driver
USB Cable long
USB Cable short (travel)

Optional Accessories:
Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM Batteries (NP-FH50/FH70/FH100)
Case (LCS-BBDB/R/L)
Starter Kit
AC Adaptor/Charger for H series batteries (AC-VQH10)
Travel Charger (BC-TRP)
HDMI Cable (mini) (VMC-30MHD)
Tripod (VCT-80AV Video Light (HVL-10NH)
GPS Unit (GPS-CS3KA)
List Price*
$999.99
*Ask your reseller or distributor for product pricing
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Footnotes
    1. Viewable area measured diagonally.
    2. Camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD™ format. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can be copied onto DVD media. However, DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc™ player/recorder or other compatible device.
    3. 4GB means 4 billion bites. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is used for data management functions.
    4. Requires BRAVIA Sync feature in each product. Please refer to owner’s manuals to determine compatibility.
    5. HDMI cable sold separately.
    6. Compatible BRAVIA® HDTV and special TV settings are required. See BRAVIA® TV instruction manual for details regarding PhotoTV requirements.
    7. HD viewing requires a Sony® HDMI™ connector cable and HDTV, each sold separately.
    8, Only use media bearing the Mark 2 logo (or other media suitable for high speed applications) when capturing AVCHD content to Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media.

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